What is a Foraged Wreath? Photo via The Kinlands With March behind us, it’s safe to say Spring is finally in full bloom. One of the best parts about lake living in the Spring is the florals and greenery, making Spring the perfect time to get crafty. If you like DIYs or art projects, or if you love the lake lifestyle, this one is for you! Keep reading to learn how to craft the perfect foraged wreath for your lake home. A foraged wreath screams Spring. Not only do you get to add your personal flare to your home with goods and materials collected right from your yard, garden, or shoreline, but it ..read more

Have you been pondering the idea of buying a lake home? Maybe you’re considering selling the one you currently have. You also might be thinking to yourself, is it even a good time to do either of these things? Lucky for you, Glenn Phillips, Lake Homes Realty’s CEO, discusses whether it’s the right time to buy or sell.  “Hot”… but Not Exactly: The demand for a lake home is still there. Buyers are continually on the hunt for the property they’ve been dreaming of. On the other end of things, not many transactions are taking place. However, the transaction flow is on the rise.  FOR SA ..read more

Photo courtesy of Teresa Kasprzycka/Shutterstock via Almanac Fragrant, garden-fresh herbs are one of the simple joys of planting. Most herbs can be grown indoors or outside, and they thrive in containers on the windowsill or in pots on the patio. You can plant them in raised beds or right in the ground if you have well-draining soil and the right sunlight conditions. And above all, they are relatively easy to maintain—which makes them ideal for lake living. Long prized for their curative properties, some herbs act as powerful anti-inflammatories or even aid with digestion, blood sugar levels ..read more

If you’re thinking about selling your lake home or already have it on the market, the last thing you want is unnecessary costs. One of the ways these costs can arise is actually from overpricing your home. Luckily, Glenn Phillips, CEO of Lake Homes Realty, has the reasoning why something you might think is beneficial to you might actually hurt you in the long run.  Knowledgeable Buyers: In today’s day and age, buyers have become more knowledgeable than ever before. The access of information that surrounds real estate is more accessible than in years prior. Being able to study the data ..read more

April 2, 2024 – Hoover, Ala. – Great news for potential lake home or lot buyers! This spring offers a wider selection of properties. According to the Spring 2024 Lake Real Estate Market Report by Lake Homes Realty, there are currently 83,467 lake home and lot listings available. This represents an increase of 13,366 from the 70,101 listings seen in Spring 2023.  That’s not all – the total market value of these listings sits at $44,111,017,837, demonstrating an improving market with investment potential. This is a positive shift compared to the $33.74 billion and $26.13 billion reported i ..read more

Photo courtesy of Helen Norman via Southern Living For lake homeowners, spring means getting back outside to experience the joys of lake living. It also means tackling those home improvement projects you’ve been putting off until the weather warms up. But almost every DIYer knows the feeling of diving headfirst into a project before realizing it’s going to take a lot more time than you planned. It can leave you feeling deflated without the sense of accomplishment you had hoped for. No worries. We’ll ease you into this slowly with a few quick yet high-impact projects you can accomplish over a w ..read more

Text by Kelly Guinaugh, ASID Produced by Jeanne Delathouder Photo courtesy of West of Main Design Here in the Midwest, we start dreaming about the summer months in spring and the warm weather coming our way soon. Like many lake lovers, we relish this season because it allows us to revamp our outdoor furnishings and return to our blissful outdoor living spaces once again. My Chicago-area design firm, Interior Enhancement Group, embraces this opportunity every year to create unique spaces through our bespoke designs that speak to our clients’ lifestyles. Spring is a special time ..read more

Photo Courtesy of Martha Stewart Your lake home is your oasis—a place of relaxation, recreation, and connection with nature. But what if you share your slice of paradise with furry (or feathered) friends? Don’t worry, pet parents! You can still cultivate a beautiful garden without compromising your pet’s safety. Here’s a guide to creating a vibrant, pet-friendly haven filled with gorgeous greenery. Blooming Beauties Photo Courtesy of Love Your Dog Petunias: These cheerful annuals come in a rainbow of colors and are non-toxic to cats and dogs. They thrive in full sun and require minimal maint ..read more

A new lake target market report from the country’s largest lake-focused brokerage shows New Jersey’s Lake Hopatcong and Lake Mohawk possess over $47 million in available properties. As of March 11, 2024, potential buyers have a variety of options to choose from when it comes to lakefront properties. “On Lake Hopatcong, there are currently 56 listings available, ranging from affordable lots priced at $14,900 to luxurious lake homes reaching $2.1 million. Interestingly, six of these properties boast price tags exceeding $1 million,” said Jane Ten Eyck, a new agent with Lake Homes Realty, who fo ..read more

Anyone who has gone through the home-buying process knows it can be tricky. Just like scammers in everyday life, there are real estate scams that many people might fall victim to. Luckily, Lake Homes Realty’s CEO, Glenn Phillips, walks through 6 different ways to protect yourself from these scams. Find out some of the best strategies below or reach out to one of our lake agents at https://www.lakehomes.com/ for more guidance! Never Buy Without Title Insurance: Right now, there are people who list different properties on the market, yet they don’t even own the property.  “Check In” on y ..read more